SBA specialist retires after 44 years

SBA specialist retires after 44 years

Josie Salinas, business development specialist of the United States Small Business Administration’s Lubbock West Texas District Office, retired with more than 44 years of service.

Salinas began her career under the federal government’s disaster response program in 1970 immediately following the historic Lubbock tornado. She worked her entire career for SBA and received numerous accolades and awards during her tenure.

Whether at work or on her own time, Salinas assisted small- business owners with contracting programs, 8(a) certifications and the provision of counseling on all of SBA’s programs and services. She strived to identify small-business owners who qualify for programs and provided vital assistance to help small businesses grow and expand.

“Forty-four years of experience is an incredible accomplishment for any individual and for any industry including the federal government,” Lubbock West Texas District Director Calvin Davis said. “Josie will always be recognized for her delivery of conscientious and consistent service to the SBA staff as the district’s administrative officer and to the public as a business opportunity specialist. We wish her all the best throughout her retirement and on behalf of the SBA, we say thank you Josie for your extended years of dedicated service.”